Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Escalon Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Escalon Charter Academy's student population of 338 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Escalon Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Escalon Charter Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2869 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escalon Charter Academy's ranking?
Escalon Charter Academy is ranked #2869 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Escalon Charter Academy often compared to?
Escalon Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Van Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Escalon Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Escalon Charter Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Escalon Charter Academy?
338 students attend Escalon Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Escalon Charter Academy students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escalon Charter Academy?
Escalon Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Escalon Charter Academy offer ?
Escalon Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Escalon Charter Academy part of?
Escalon Charter Academy is part of Escalon Charter Academy School District.
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